Laos - Vientiane, Vange Vieng & Around (Chapter)
Vientiane, on the banks of the mighty Mekong, is the perfect place to recharge the batteries on an overland journey through Laos. Its urbane sophistication is a world away from the poetic beauty of the karst mountains of Vang Vieng.
- tube, climb, kayak, cycle, motorbike or walk through the rivers and stunning karst terrain of Vang Vieng
- indulge in a culinary journey through Vientiane by sampling mod Lao cuisine, Gallic gas-tronomy and a fusion of other flavours
- seek out the spiritual side of Laos with a visit to Pha That Luang, one of the principal Bud-dhist wats in Vientiane
Coverage includes: Best Places to Sleep, Vientiane & around, Phu Khao Khuay NPA, Ban Na, Ban Hat Khai, Tat Xai, Pha Xai & Tat Leuk, Ang Nam Ngum & around, Vang Vieng & around, When to Go.
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